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Most of us can't imagine living without a computer (or two) in our homes. Today's PC functions in a myriad of ways,
yet it is still a device that usually resides in the confines of our home office. To get the most out of our computers,
wouldn't it be nice to move their entertainment capabilities beyond the limits of a desktop monitor, PC sound system,
and upright office chair?
Enter the HP MediaSmart Connect, an advanced digital media receiver that turns any HDTV into a next-generation
connected TV. The HP MediaSmart Connect allows you to enjoy your favorite photos, music, movies and videos — wired
or wirelessly — from multiple PCs around the home to the "big screen" in the heart of the home.
The HP MediaSmart Connect provides two modes for presentation of entertainment media:
MediaSmart and
Extender for Windows Media Center (MCX) mode.
By providing both, HP maximizes your flexibility and entertainment possibilities of
your household. And with integrated online media access, you can even download digital movies, listen to Internet radio,
view your online photos and watch YouTube videos (coming soon) directly on your HDTV.
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- Displays a single list of all the digital media gathered from all the hard drives on your home network
- Offers a rich Extender for Windows Media Center experience
- Supports Windows XP or Windows Vista-based notebooks and desktops, network storage devices, home servers, USB drives, and HP's Pocket Media Drives
- Gives you access to great entertainment from Web sites like CinemaNow, Snapfish Live365 and YouTube (coming soon)
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Explore Extender for Windows Media Center |
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- Designed for Windows Vista® Home Premium and Windows Vista® Ultimate operating systems.
- Provides a familiar user interface and experience, similar to your PC with Windows Media Center.
- Connects to your digital photos, music and videos over your wired or wireless home network.
- Lets you watch live HDTV, explore programming, and set shows to record using the Electronic Program Guide[1].
- Access a wide variety of online media include Vongo, Fox Sports, Showtime and more.
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Simple, Quick Set-up |
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Setting up the HP MediaSmart Connect is a snap.
- Connect your HP MediaSmart Connect to your HDTV
- Using the universal remote, follow the on-screen wizard set-up instructions
- On your computer, insert the installation CD to load software for online media services
- Return to your HDTV and complete the set-up
» Download & Print Useful Tips and Information (pdf)
Online Media |
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The HP MediaSmart Connect features an integrated online services portal with access to almost 4,000 movies (to rent and or to buy)
from CinemaNow, photo sharing site Snapfish, and internet radio through Live365, and YouTube coming soon directly from your HDTV.
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CinemaNow's online download catalog offers thousands of blockbuster movies from major studios such as Disney, Sony
Pictures, Warner Brothers, and more. Browse the CinemaNow catalog and rent or buy movies right from your HDTV (PC required
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The Snapfish service will help you to store your photos online, share them with friends, and order prints to have them
delivered to your home. With HP MediaSmart Connect you can view all the photos in your Snapfish account and watch slideshows. |
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Live365 is one of the largest Internet radio service networks, offering a diverse array of high-quality digital music,
spanning virtually all genres. HP MediaSmart Connect will give you free, instant access to a wide selection of Internet
radio stations and allow you to listen to them. |
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YouTube is the leader in online video, and the premier destination to watch and share original videos worldwide through
a Web experience. YouTube allows people to easily upload and share video clips on www.youtube.com |
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Podcasts & Vodcasts |
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HP MediaSmart Connect - February 15, 2008
Brian Burch of HP and Mike Seamons of Microsoft discuss the new HP's new advanced digital media receiver and
why it promises to be the most superior Media Center Extender device on the market.
» Watch it on YouTube
HP SmartHome - February 15, 2008
A brief look at HP's SmartHome and how the company is demystifying what it takes to live the high-def digital lifestyle....digital home connected entertainment.
» Watch it on YouTube
A tour of HP's SmartHouse - January 17, 2008
HP might have started in a garage but lately they've moved their coolest stuff into a SmartHouse. Take Robert Scoble's tour of the HP's SmartHouse!
» Watch it on PodTech
Reviews & Awards |
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» HP MediaSmart Connect Review Part 1: Overview
Chris Lanier's Blog, Chris Lanier; June 30, 2008
"I praise HP for a simple setup process"
» HP MediaSmart Connect x280n
Digitalmediaphile, Barb Bowman; June 26, 2008
"VERY quick look and the first impression is: It's great!"
» Unboxing and setup of a HP MediaSmart Connect
The Digital Lifestyle, Ian Dixon; June 24, 2008
Dixon's video of the "official unboxing" of his MediaSmart Connect
» HP MediaSmart Connect Now Available to Pre-Order at $349.99
We Got Served, Terry Walsh; June 17, 2008
"most effective way so far to display content stored on Windows Home Server and Windows Media Center machines"
» A Comprehensive Look at the HP MediaSmart Connect
The Windows Experience Blog, Brandon LeBlanc; June 17, 2008
"perfect for "extending your Windows Media Center experience""
» HP launches MediaSmart Connect
Hardware Geeks, Michael Reyes; June 16, 2008
"I have to say it is a great little device"
Editor's Choice Award
Popular Mechanics - January 7, 2008 |
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Photo gallery |
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Show & Tell just got fun again
HP MediaSmart Connect (with optional HP Pocket Media Drive accessory)
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HP MediaSmart Connect Back View
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HP MediaSmart Connect Universal Remote Control
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HP MediaSmart Connect (with optional HP Pocket Media Drive accessory)
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HP MediaSmart Connect Back View - close up
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Easy access to HD Resolution switch, USB port & HP Pocket Media Drive bay
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HP MediaSmart Connect (with optional HP Pocket Media Drive accessory)
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Enjoy digital entertainment from your PCs to your HDTV
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HP MediaSmart Connect: MediaSmart Main Menu
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MediaSmart Experience: quick access to all your Photos
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MediaSmart Experience: easy access to all your Music
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MediaSmart Experience: quick thumbnail views to all your Videos
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Easy access to your PCs and storage devices that are sharing on your network
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Direct access to Online Services
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Bring the Media Center experience to your HDTV
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Enjoy Extender for Windows Media Center
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Enjoy Extender for Windows Media Center
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Ed Bott
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Ian Dixon
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Patrick Norton
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Mike Garcen
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Terry Walsh
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Chris Lanier
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Alex Grundner
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Rich Brown
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Barb Bowman
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Steve Lindsay
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Brandon LeBlanc
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Paul Thurrott
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Robert McLaws
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Michael Reyes
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Join the fun! This NEW interactive forum brings together users of HP MediaSmart products in an online public forum.
MediaSmart customers and those seeking information about MediaSmart products participate in discussions, share tips
and tricks, read articles, learn about news, software add-ins and product features. MediaSmarthome.com serves as a
place for users to share experiences with others in a friendly, collaborative community environment.
Don't Just Sit There. Extend Yourself. Experience Microsoft's Extenders for Windows Media Center website. The new
Extenders for Windows Media Center let you take full advantage of the digital media on your Windows Vista®–based PC
and access it from any TV with an Extender in any room of your house – including HD video and surround sound from the
comfort of your couch using a remote control. All you need is your PC running Windows Vista® Home Premium or
Windows Vista® Ultimate operating system and a wired or wireless home network.
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